The materials used in the industrial style are predominantly wood, metal and concrete. In addition, cork or stone are often used. For example, bricks painted white look great on the wall, or old bricks can be used to build wine racks that match the style. The materials have matt surface properties. It is therefore possible to set shiny accents with stainless steel or copper, e.g. in the form of pipes, shelves or lamps. Rusty elements add just the right amount of imperfection to the space. In addition to the robust, hard and cool metals, where the focus is on functionality, natural materials such as leather, wood or skins work best in the industrial style. Wood gives the urban furnishing style the necessary warmth. The informality of the industrial style is underlined in particular by the clear signs of wear and tear on the wood. After all, the style is only perfectly implemented with small brand marks in the wood or peeling paint. Leather bar stools or chairs complete the picture.
Kitchen fronts with a stone look, such as concrete or slate, are simply essential with their lifelike relief surfaces. Alternatively, steel fronts also look authentic and are suitable for kitchen furnishings with an industrial look. If a wood decor is chosen, make sure that the fronts and worktops have artificial signs of wear, coarse grain or a board look to achieve the rough used look.
With the worktops, great importance is attached to longevity,
robustness and style. The industrial style often goes hand in hand with thick work surfaces made of stone or concrete, so a top thickness of eight to ten centimeters is ideal. This creates a heavy and robust look. If you want your industrial style kitchen to look a little less bulky, you can
You can also choose a worktop with a wood finish, choosing a finish with a coarse wood grain to achieve an authentic industrial look.
Dark metal handles that look as if they were forged should be attached to the fronts as handles, or coarse button handles trimmed to look old are characteristic of the used look of an industrial style kitchen. Old pipes or steel constructions are recommended for shelves or extension tables
are visibly welded. A niche cladding with a brick look is particularly suitable as a splash guard for the kitchen niche. At
In any case, when combining the materials, it should be noted that the materials always look used and absolutely imperfect.
The hard structures of the industrial style kitchen can be broken up and made cozy with a pinch of soft materials in the form of curtains or cushions. In the industrial-style eat-in kitchen, a seat cushion made of real leather in brown or black is a must. A wooden stool with metal legs is as practical as it is stylish. Old baskets made of raffia or metal can also be used to store cookbooks. A typical industrial lamp or simply a light bulb without a lampshade above the dining table completes the overall picture. The flea market is a great place to find inspiration for the industrial-style decoration.
In terms of color, the Industrial Style kitchen has muted and
dark tones take precedence. Most of the interior is dominated by black, dark brown and other wood colors. If parts of the kitchen are given a concrete look, the color gray prevails. As a wall color, gray also gives the surface something rustic and looks anything but drab. The colors petrol, dark blue or mint ensure freshness and a touch of lightness in the masculine world of colours. In the cooking and dining environment, the colors yellow, orange and red bring warmth to the industrial style kitchen. With the industrial style, however, you should be careful with the bright colors, so that individual splashes of color are used as highlights and the rough chic is retained. White elements can also be used, because the light color gives the room a sense of comfort and ensures that the industrial-style kitchen becomes a meeting place for social cooking groups. Patterns are rarely used in industrial style kitchens, with accessories featuring wild circle patterns or plaid designs
be used to give the kitchen another eye-catcher.
Decoration in the industrial style kitchen fits particularly well
Vintage design. Pieces of furniture or decorative elements with a used look can be staged in the kitchen, such as old wine barrels or crates and slightly rusty tin caskets. The vintage elements form the perfect contrast to the robust, clear style in the kitchen.
Diversity and imperfection are what characterize the unconventional, minimalist and robust industrial style. In the trendy kitchen there is a lot of space for unique and individual living elements through which an imperfect beauty is consciously achieved. Using the right colours, furniture, materials and accessories can transform your kitchen into a chic, modern loft where old is repurposed and selected materials find a whole new meaning in the kitchen.